Exosomes modulate immune responses in cancer

Exosomes are promising tools for improving cancer care, but conversely may also contribute to tumor progression. Researchers at MD Anderson Cancer Center highlight recently discovered roles of exosomes in modulating immune responses in cancer, with emphasis on exosomal surface proteins and on RNA and DNA content. They also discuss how exosomes could be exploited as biomarkers and delivery vehicles in cancer therapy.

Exosomes from cancer cells modulate immune responses and can co-opt local and distant normal cells to further promote tumor progression

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What is Exosome RNA?

Exosomes are cell-derived vesicles that are present in many and perhaps all biological fluids, including blood, urine, and cultured medium of cell cultures. Exosomes contain various molecular constituents of their cell of origin, including proteins and RNA. It is becoming increasingly clear that exosomes have specialized functions and play a key role in, for example, coagulation, intercellular signaling, and waste management. - from wikipedia